Signature Talk
Same Message, Different Medium: Why Your Talk Isn’t Landing (and How to Fix It)
Why Your Message Must Fit the Medium (and How to Get It Right) Have you ever watched a keynote and felt like you were sitting through a 90-minute training crammed into 45 minutes? Or attended a talk that felt more like a checklist than an experience? You’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it.…
Read MoreIf You Want to Be Speaking, Why Are You Still Waiting?
If you want to be speaking — on stages, on podcasts, in meetings, in your industry — let me ask you something gently but honestly: Why are you still waiting? Waiting to feel more confident.Waiting to feel more ready.Waiting until your message is “perfect.”Waiting for permission.Waiting for someone to tap you on the shoulder and…
Read MoreCome to Our Orlando Speaking Workshop on February 19
Hey there, it’s Carol, popping in for a minute! I want to make sure you know about our 1-Day Master Your Message & the Stage Workshop coming up on February 19, 2026, in Downtown Orlando, Florida. You’ll go from having a rough idea (or no idea at all!) to building your talk using our Signature…
Read MoreThe #1 Mistake Speakers Make with Personal Stories (and What to Do Instead)
Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools you have as a speaker, leader, or thought leader. A well-told story can create instant connection, build trust, and help your audience see themselves—and their possibilities—more clearly. But let’s be honest: not all storytelling works. We’ve all heard stories that made us lean in…And stories that made…
Read MoreWant More Speaking Invitations? You Need an I.D.E.A. that Sparks Curiosity
If you want to be known as a thought leader—and not just another expert sharing information—you need a big idea. And before you panic: no, your big idea does not need to be something no one has ever said before. In fact, that’s a myth that keeps many smart, capable women stuck. In this podcast…
Read MoreHow to Approach Your Talks as a Marketer to Increase Your ROI [Growth Series]: Podcast Ep. 457
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If you’re giving talks, workshops, or presentations and hoping they’ll lead to more clients… but they’re not quite doing that yet — this episode is for you. In this conversation, I’m joined by our lead speaking coach, Diane Diaz, for part two of our two-part series on integrating speaking into your marketing strategy. And specifically,…
Read MoreThe Missing Piece of Your Marketing Strategy is a Signature Talk [Growth Series]: Podcast Ep. 456
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If your marketing feels like it’s working harder… but not necessarily working better, you’re not imagining it. In this episode, I’m joined by our lead speaking coach, Diane Diaz, for part one of a two-part series all about why your signature talk isn’t just “nice to have” – it’s actually the foundation of an effective…
Read MoreDeliver Keynotes that Set You Apart: How These Women Are Stepping Onto Bigger Stages [Growth Series]: Podcast Ep. 455
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What does it really take to create a keynote that inspires, connects, and builds your speaking career? In this Back Stage with Speaking Your Brand, I’m joined by three incredible women who attended our recent Speaking Accelerator Workshop in Orlando: Kait Richardson, Alfarena (Alfie) McGinty, and Niki Ramirez. You’ll hear: Why they decided to…
Read MoreThe Signature Talk Canvas®: How to Turn Information Into Transformation
Most talks don’t fall flat because the speaker lacks expertise. They fall flat because the speaker is stuck in the expert trap—sharing information without creating change. The Signature Talk Canvas® Framework by Speaking Your Brand® was designed to solve that problem. This framework helps speakers, leaders, and entrepreneurs structure their talks as a 3-Act journey…
Read MoreWhy Your Best Talk is the One You Give Again (and Again) with Kelly Mallery: Podcast Ep. 453
Worried that giving the same talk more than once would box you in – or worse, bore you to tears? I’ve been there. And if you’re a builder-of-slides-at-heart like me, the idea of sticking to one signature talk can feel a little… constraining. But here’s the truth: the talk you give again (and again and…
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